Instructional design courses can help you learn curriculum development, assessment strategies, and learner engagement techniques. You can build skills in creating effective learning experiences, utilizing multimedia resources, and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems, which support the design and delivery of educational content.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, General Networking, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Student Engagement, Network Protocols, Education and Training, Video Editing, Pedagogy, Culture, Multimedia, Lecturing, Instructional Strategies, Creative Design, Cultural Diversity, Human Development, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Product Promotion, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Content Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Live Streaming, Social Media Strategy, Driving engagement, Promotional Strategies, Content Strategy, Online Advertising, Paid media, Performance marketing, Digital Advertising, Content Creation
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Prototyping, Collaborative Software, Graphical Tools, Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design Software, Graphic Design, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Typography, File Management, User Accounts, Application Design, Instructional Design, Systems Design
★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Tensorflow, Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Software Design, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Manufacturing Standards, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Electronics, Manufacturing and Production, Process Control, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Technical Standard, Equipment Design, Facility Management, Infrastructure Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Network Infrastructure, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Design, Process Flow Diagrams, Diagram Design, Data Visualization, Graphic Design, Account Management, Marketing
★ 4.3 (12) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Collaborative Software, Devops Tools, Microsoft Azure, Software Development, Application Performance Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Unreal Engine, Game Design, Artificial Intelligence, Scripting, Video Game Development, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Debugging
★ 5 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Token Optimization, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Prompt Patterns, AI Enablement, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Multimodal Prompts, Anthropic Claude, AI Product Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Power Electronics, Laboratory Experience, Hardware Troubleshooting, Laboratory Equipment, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Web Design, Web Language, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Web Content, Semantic Web, Integrated Development Environments, Typography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Control Systems, Interactive Design, Software Installation, Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Telecommunications, Hardware Design, Program Development, Communication Systems, Display Devices, Embedded Software, Integrated Development Environments, Electronic Systems, Embedded Systems, Electronic Components, Development Environment, Electrical Wiring, Programming Principles, Open Source Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months